Vienna Belvedere Museum & The Best Of Gustav Klimt Private Guided Tour

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Guided by your expert private guide, explore the expansive palatial complex. Embark on your exclusive tour of Vienna's splendid Belvedere Palace by taking a picturesque stroll through its breathtaking formal gardens to reach the Upper Palace. Here, your private guide will lead you on a curated tour through an impressive art collection spanning 800 years. Originally designed in the grand Baroque style in the early 18th century, the Belvedere Palace now stands as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Constructed as a summer residence for Prince Eugene of Savoy, who rose to prominence as a military leader, the palace features exquisite formal gardens designed by a disciple of Andre Le Nôtre, the landscape architect at Versailles. The extensive art collection resides within the Upper Palace, an artistic marvel both inside and out. Your guide will provide expedited entry, allowing you to explore this magnificent museum without delay. Traverse fine parquet floors and marvel at the grandeur of chandeliers reflecting off golden, gilded frames and frescoed ceilings with trompe de l'oeil effects. The permanent collection encompasses highlights from the medieval period, an impressive assembly of Viennese Modernists, and the centerpiece of the museum – works by Gustav Klimt. Gain insights into Klimt's life and art as you admire his exquisite masterpieces, including the renowned "The Kiss." In addition to Klimt's works, discover beautiful pieces by French Impressionists such as Monet, Van Gogh, and the sculptor Auguste Rodin. Your tour concludes within the museum, allowing you the freedom to continue exploring at your own pace.